Grandmother Johansen's Buttermilk Biscuits

Take a trip down memory lane with Grandmother Johansen's Buttermilk Biscuits, a classic Southern comfort food that promises buttery, flaky perfection in every bite. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and cold, creamy buttermilk, these biscuits are tender on the inside with golden, slightly crisp tops. The secret lies in the careful mixing technique to keep the butter cold, ensuring those irresistible layers. Ready in under 30 minutes, these homemade biscuits are perfect for breakfast, dinner, or anytime in between. Serve them warm with a pat of butter, a smear of jam, or a ladle of gravy for a nostalgic treat that's sure to please. Perfect for holidays or everyday occasions, these buttermilk biscuits bring a taste of tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup buttermilk (cold)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Avoid overmixing to keep the butter cold.

Step 4

Pour the buttermilk into the bowl and gently mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. The dough should be slightly sticky but not overly wet.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Lightly knead it 4–5 times to bring it together. Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can make the biscuits tough.

Step 6

Using your hands, gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a round biscuit cutter (around 2.5 inches in diameter) to cut out the biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure they rise evenly.

Step 7

Gather any scraps of dough, gently press together, and cut out additional biscuits until all the dough is used.

Step 8

Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are touching slightly for soft sides or spaced apart for crispier sides.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 10

If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter as soon as they come out of the oven for extra richness.

Step 11

Serve the biscuits warm with your favorite toppings such as butter, jam, or gravy. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(568.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1827.4

Total Fat 96.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 256.4mg	0%
Sodium 3367.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 113.5IU	0%
Calcium 269.7mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 558.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 45.9%